Cajun Cream Cheese Alfredo Bowties: Indulgent Spiced Beef Delight
Cajun Cream Cheese Alfredo Bowties with Spiced Ground Beef is a delightful dish that combines rich flavors with a creamy sauce, perfect for a cozy dinner.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 35 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Cajun
- Diet: Meat-based
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 ounces bowtie pasta
- 1 pound ground beef
- 1 teaspoon Cajun seasoning
- 8 ounces cream cheese
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- Salt to taste
- Black pepper to taste
Instructions
- Cook the bowtie pasta according to package instructions, then drain and set aside.
- In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat and add minced garlic.
- Add ground beef and Cajun seasoning, cooking until browned.
- Stir in cream cheese and heavy cream, mixing until well combined and smooth.
- Add Parmesan cheese and stir until melted.
- Combine the cooked pasta with the sauce, mixing well to coat.
- Season with salt and pepper to taste, then serve hot.
Notes
- For extra spice, add more Cajun seasoning or a dash of hot sauce.
- Garnish with fresh parsley for added flavor and color.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 650
- Sugar: 2 grams
- Sodium: 800 milligrams
- Fat: 40 grams
- Saturated Fat: 20 grams
- Unsaturated Fat: 15 grams
- Trans Fat: 0 grams
- Carbohydrates: 50 grams
- Fiber: 3 grams
- Protein: 30 grams
- Cholesterol: 100 milligrams
Keywords: Cajun, Cream Cheese, Alfredo, Bowties, Spiced Ground Beef